More to Do in Bloomington

We know your schedules are filling up with conference programs and events, as well as meet ups with friends and colleagues. But if you have a few unscheduled times, here are some more great things to do in Bloomington. We start with some exhibitions and other activities that are open throughout the conference week and go on to events, movies, and concerts scheduled for Thursday, Friday, and the weekend. If you more ideas for things to do, the Visit Bloomington has more possibilities!

Biology Department Greenhouse: Wally, the beloved corpse plant (Amorphophallus titanum) is available to view in the Biology Department Greenhouse. More information about Wally is available on the greenhouse website. Check out the Facebook page Indiana University Bloomington Biology Greenhouse for blooming updates.

Bowling & Billiards at the IMU: Get a group together for some bowling and billiards right in the Indiana Memorial Union. Open daily noon to 10 pm unless there is a full-facility rental scheduled.

Cook Center for Public Arts & Humanities: Catch rotating cultural and science exhibits here. The Cook Center is located just south of the Indiana Memorial Union in a building that served as the university library starting in 1891. Open Tuesday-Friday from 12 pm-4 pm.

 Eskenazi Museum of Art: The campus art museum is well worth a visit. It has amazing collections, a dramatic building designed by I. M. Pei, and it is just a block away from the IMU. They are open for drop-in visits in the afternoons during the conference and through the weekend. Details on the EMA web site. 

Indiana University Archives: The IU Archives current exhibition, Bringing Black Dance to B-Town, is on display Monday-Friday 12:30-5 pm (and by appointment from 8-12:30). Herman B Wells Library, East Tower, 4^th floor.

Kinsey Institute: The Kinsey Institute’s collection of material culture relating to human sexuality spans more than 2,000 years! The Kinsey Institution has rotating displays and exhibits that make for an interesting quick stop between conference proceedings. Open M-F 9:30 am-4:00 pm, Lindley Hall, 3^rd floor.

Monroe County History Center: Located just off Kirkwood Avenue, the Monroe County History Center has permanent and special exhibitions focusing on local history. There is a $2 admission fee for adults. 

University Collections at McCalla School: Recently renovated to serve as a showplace and teaching site for university collections, especially those without exhibition spaces, McCalla School is 10–15-minute walk from conference headquarters. We recommend the exhibition, A Century of 16mm, now on display. Open afternoons during the conference.